Hospitality H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Iowa
Iowa's hospitality sector draws H-2B visa workers each season to resorts, hotels, and tourism venues across the state. Employers near the Okoboji lakes region, Dubuque's riverfront attractions, and Des Moines convention properties have filed H-2B petitions for roles in housekeeping, food service, and guest operations. Competition for sponsorship slots is real, and positions fill early in each cap period.
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Executive Sous Chef
Experienced culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoys leading teams that create memorable guest experiences?
The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Executive Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations across our award-winning hotel and conference center, including our award-winning restaurant, Watermill Kitchen + Bar, known for its elevated Midwest-inspired cuisine, locally influenced flavors, and exceptional guest experience.
This leadership role assists in overseeing banquet operations, restaurant outlets, stewarding, room service, associate dining, and overall kitchen operations while helping maintain exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, and a positive team culture.
The Executive Sous Chef serves as a key culinary leader and operational partner to the Executive Chef while helping drive consistency, creativity, cleanliness, associate development, and guest satisfaction throughout the property.
Schedule & Pay
- Full-time leadership position
- Annual salary starting at $60,000, commensurate with experience
- Flexible schedule based on business demands and event volume
- Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Salaried, exempt position
Why Our Culinary Team Loves Working Here
- Competitive compensation package
- Matching 401(k) and profit-sharing opportunities
- Health benefits available after 30 days for full-time associates
- Free and discounted meals & Starbucks
- Free Marcus Theatre movie tickets
- Hotel discounts at Hyatt and Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties
- Free parking and uniforms
- Opportunities for advancement and career growth
- A fast-paced, team-focused culture built around People Pleasing People
What You’ll Do
As Executive Sous Chef, you will help lead culinary operations throughout the hotel while supporting kitchen leadership, operational consistency, associate development, and exceptional guest experiences.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist in overseeing daily culinary operations across banquet, restaurant, room service, stewarding, and other food & beverage outlets
- Supervise, coach, train, and develop culinary associates and kitchen leadership teams
- Support scheduling and staffing to maintain operational coverage while managing labor costs responsibly
- Ensure food quality, presentation, consistency, and recipe adherence across all outlets
- Maintain proper food handling, labeling, storage, sanitation, and rotation procedures in compliance with health department standards
- Support food and labor cost control initiatives and operational efficiencies
- Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory management, and product quality control
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness, safety, organization, and sanitation standards are consistently maintained
- Support preventative maintenance and proper care of kitchen equipment
- Assist with execution of special events, VIP functions, banquets, and associate events
- Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage, Banquets, Stewarding, and Purchasing teams
- Step into operational leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Chef
- Participate in leadership meetings, operational planning, and associate development initiatives
- Maintain professionalism and strong communication with guests, associates, and leaders
- Assist with additional duties and special projects as assigned
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a strong culinary leader who thrives in a high-volume hospitality environment and enjoys mentoring teams while delivering exceptional food experiences.
Ideal candidates will have:
- 3–5 years of high-volume culinary leadership experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, safety, and kitchen operations
- Experience leading teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of food and labor cost controls
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure
- Professional appearance and dependable work ethic
- Culinary degree, apprenticeship, or formal culinary training preferred, but not required
- Basic computer knowledge and administrative skills helpful
- ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain certification
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. with assistance as needed
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
If you are passionate about culinary leadership, hospitality, and developing strong teams while creating memorable guest experiences, this could be an exciting opportunity to grow your career with an award-winning hotel team.
About us
At Marcus Hotels & Resorts, we believe our associates are our greatest asset. Our culture is built around the philosophy of People Pleasing People, creating memorable experiences for both guests and team members.
The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center offers a dynamic, welcoming, and fast-paced environment where associates can grow, develop, and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.
Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All offers of employment are subject to E-Verify verification of identity and employment eligibility.
Description
Executive Sous Chef
Experienced culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoys leading teams that create memorable guest experiences?
The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Executive Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations across our award-winning hotel and conference center, including our award-winning restaurant, Watermill Kitchen + Bar, known for its elevated Midwest-inspired cuisine, locally influenced flavors, and exceptional guest experience.
This leadership role assists in overseeing banquet operations, restaurant outlets, stewarding, room service, associate dining, and overall kitchen operations while helping maintain exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, and a positive team culture.
The Executive Sous Chef serves as a key culinary leader and operational partner to the Executive Chef while helping drive consistency, creativity, cleanliness, associate development, and guest satisfaction throughout the property.
Schedule & Pay
- Full-time leadership position
- Annual salary starting at $60,000, commensurate with experience
- Flexible schedule based on business demands and event volume
- Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Salaried, exempt position
Why Our Culinary Team Loves Working Here
- Competitive compensation package
- Matching 401(k) and profit-sharing opportunities
- Health benefits available after 30 days for full-time associates
- Free and discounted meals & Starbucks
- Free Marcus Theatre movie tickets
- Hotel discounts at Hyatt and Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties
- Free parking and uniforms
- Opportunities for advancement and career growth
- A fast-paced, team-focused culture built around People Pleasing People
What You’ll Do
As Executive Sous Chef, you will help lead culinary operations throughout the hotel while supporting kitchen leadership, operational consistency, associate development, and exceptional guest experiences.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist in overseeing daily culinary operations across banquet, restaurant, room service, stewarding, and other food & beverage outlets
- Supervise, coach, train, and develop culinary associates and kitchen leadership teams
- Support scheduling and staffing to maintain operational coverage while managing labor costs responsibly
- Ensure food quality, presentation, consistency, and recipe adherence across all outlets
- Maintain proper food handling, labeling, storage, sanitation, and rotation procedures in compliance with health department standards
- Support food and labor cost control initiatives and operational efficiencies
- Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory management, and product quality control
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness, safety, organization, and sanitation standards are consistently maintained
- Support preventative maintenance and proper care of kitchen equipment
- Assist with execution of special events, VIP functions, banquets, and associate events
- Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage, Banquets, Stewarding, and Purchasing teams
- Step into operational leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Chef
- Participate in leadership meetings, operational planning, and associate development initiatives
- Maintain professionalism and strong communication with guests, associates, and leaders
- Assist with additional duties and special projects as assigned
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a strong culinary leader who thrives in a high-volume hospitality environment and enjoys mentoring teams while delivering exceptional food experiences.
Ideal candidates will have:
- 3–5 years of high-volume culinary leadership experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, safety, and kitchen operations
- Experience leading teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of food and labor cost controls
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure
- Professional appearance and dependable work ethic
- Culinary degree, apprenticeship, or formal culinary training preferred, but not required
- Basic computer knowledge and administrative skills helpful
- ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain certification
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. with assistance as needed
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
If you are passionate about culinary leadership, hospitality, and developing strong teams while creating memorable guest experiences, this could be an exciting opportunity to grow your career with an award-winning hotel team.
About us
At Marcus Hotels & Resorts, we believe our associates are our greatest asset. Our culture is built around the philosophy of People Pleasing People, creating memorable experiences for both guests and team members.
The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center offers a dynamic, welcoming, and fast-paced environment where associates can grow, develop, and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.
Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All offers of employment are subject to E-Verify verification of identity and employment eligibility.
H-2B Hospitality Job Roles in Iowa
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Search Hospitality Jobs in IowaHospitality H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which hospitality companies sponsor H-2B visas in Iowa?
Iowa H-2B sponsorship in hospitality has historically come from resort and recreational properties in the Great Lakes region, riverboat and casino hospitality operators in Dubuque and Council Bluffs, and seasonal hotel groups tied to summer tourism corridors. Smaller lodges and campground operators near state parks also file H-2B petitions, though sponsorship volume and consistency vary by employer and season.
Which cities in Iowa have the most hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs?
The Okoboji and Spirit Lake area in northwest Iowa generates consistent H-2B demand from lakeside resorts and recreational properties during summer months. Dubuque sees activity from riverfront hospitality and gaming venues. Des Moines, as Iowa's largest city, has hotel and event-venue employers that periodically file H-2B petitions. Council Bluffs, bordering Omaha, also has casino-resort employers with documented sponsorship history.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship in Iowa?
H-2B covers temporary non-agricultural workers in roles that are seasonal, peak-load, or intermittent. In Iowa hospitality, qualifying positions commonly include housekeeping attendants, food and beverage servers, kitchen support staff, front desk agents, and groundskeeping workers at seasonal properties. The role must be temporary in nature, not a permanent staffing need, and the employer must demonstrate that qualified U.S. workers are unavailable for that period.
How do I find hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs in Iowa?
Migrate Mate lists H-2B hospitality jobs in Iowa, making it possible to filter specifically by visa type and state rather than sorting through postings that don't offer sponsorship. Iowa's seasonal hospitality employers tend to hire several months before peak season, so searching early, particularly in late fall for summer positions, increases your chances of connecting with employers who are actively filing H-2B petitions.
Are there any Iowa-specific considerations for H-2B hospitality sponsorship?
Iowa's H-2B hospitality demand is heavily seasonal, concentrated around summer lake tourism and specific event calendars, which means the annual H-2B cap timing matters significantly. Petitions for Iowa summer roles are typically filed in January or February, and cap slots fill quickly in the first half of the fiscal year. Workers should confirm that an employer has filed or intends to file a certified H-2B petition before accepting a role.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B hospitality jobs in Iowa?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.